Reps, police chief to speak at political clubs

Lawmakers and a lawman are scheduled guest speakers this month at meetings for Escondido’s political clubs.

The Escondido Democratic Club will host a discussion on district elections with Rep. Bob Filner, also a San Diego mayoral candidate; Pomona Councilwoman Paula Lantz; and former Assemblyman Howard Wayne. The meeting will be at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 18 at the Escondido Chamber of Commerce, 720 N. Broadway.

Escondido Republican Women Federated is hosting Rep. Duncan D. Hunter (R-Alpine) Feb. 22. The meeting is open to the public and begins at 11:30 a.m. at Cocina del Charro. Lunch is $12. RSVP by Feb. 18 at v.herron@cox.net or (760) 480-7850.